About   Nanum

Nanum Nanotechnology S.A. is a leading Brazilian company in the Fine Chemicals sector, internationally recognized for the development and commercialization of innovative solutions based on nanotechnology. Our portfolio includes metallic nanoparticles, nano-structured metal oxides, and carbon nanostructures — all developed with technical rigor and high quality standards.

We specialize in nanoparticle dispersion and functionalization — techniques that ensure superior stability, durability, and performance for our clients’ formulations, meeting the demands of various industries.

In the security printing market, we bring over 17 years of experience. Nanum provides the benchmark in the supply of dispersions and MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) digital magnetic inks, developed with high-purity ceramic nanoparticles for outstanding performance.

Our key differentiator lies in the ability to transform science into product: we combine highly specialized laboratories with efficient production lines — a synergy that has driven our growth and strengthened our position in the market.

Our History

Discover the  

milestones

  that  

define our continuous  

evolution

2025
2025
New Branch
Opening of Nanum’s U.S. branch
2024
2024
New Industrial Plant
Inauguration of our new manufacturing facility

Our new headquarters in Lagoa Santa spans a total area of 20,000 m², with 8,000 m² of built structures, including five production lines and six new laboratories.

2021
2021
Expansion / New Brand Identity
More people, more research, more development

We expanded our team and invested in R&D for new magnetic metal oxides and specialty inks. We also updated our brand identity.

2018
2018
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 Certification

We earned ISO 9001:2015 certification, validating our ability to develop products that meet customer specifications and are delivered under controlled conditions.

2014
2014
Development
Carbon nanostructures

We began developing carbon-based nanostructures.

2011
2011
New Industrial Plant
Exclusive plant in Lagoa Santa

We inaugurated our first dedicated facility in Lagoa Santa — a world pioneer in MICR magnetic ink production — along with new specialty inks.

2010
2010
Certification
Growth in Partnerships

After developing new nanoparticles and production processes for metal oxides, one of our magnetic ferrites was approved for use in security inks by a major multinational corporation.

2008
2008
New Brand
NANUM Nanotechnology S.A. is born

We became NANUM Nanotechnology S.A. Entrepreneurs from Minas Gerais invested in the company, which was incubated at the BIOMINAS Foundation's Habitat. NANUM became independent from Instituto Inovação.

2005
2005
The Beginning
How it all started

We created our name — NANUM Nanotechnology Ltd. — and developed our first logo. Instituto Inovação and professors affiliated with the UFMG Nanotechnology Laboratory became our early partners.

MARCO

EVOLUÇÃO

Data

2025
Nova filial
Abertura de uma nova filial da Nanum nos Estados Unidos
2024
Nova planta industrial
Inauguração da nossa nova planta industrial. Estrutura localizada em Lagoa Santa, contendo uma área total de 20.000 m2 e uma área construída de 8.000 m2. O novo espaço também conta com 5 linhas de produção e 6 novos laboratórios.
2021
Expansão / Nova marca
Ampliamos nosso número de funcionários e investimos na pesquisa e desenvolvimento de novos óxidos metálicos magnéticos e tintas especiais. Atualizamos nossa logomarca.
2018
Certificação
Fomos certificados na norma ISO 9001:2015, atestando nossa capacidade de desenvolver produtos que atendam as especificações dos clientes e entregues sob condições controladas.
2014
Desenvolvimento
Iniciamos nossos desenvolvimentos com nanoestruturas de carbono.
2011
Nova planta industrial
Inauguramos em Lagoa Santa nossa primeira planta exclusiva, pioneira mundial na produção de tinta magnética MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) além da produção de novas tintas especiais.
2010
Certificação
Após o desenvolvimento de novas nanopartículas e de processos produtivos para óxidos metálicos, uma de nossas ferritas magnéticas é aprovada para uso em tintas de segurança por uma grande empresa multinacional.
2008
Nova marca
Nos tornamos a NANUM Nanotecnologia S.A. Empresários mineiros investem na empresa e passam a incubá-la no Habitat da Fundação BIOMINAS. NANUM passa a não estar mais vinculada ao Instituto Inovação.
2005
Início
Criamos nosso nome, NANUM Nanotecnologia Ltda, e desenvolvemos nossa primeira logomarca. Instituto Inovação e professores ligados ao Laboratório de Nanotecnologia da UFMG tornam-se parceiros da empresa.

Get to know the

principles

that drive our work

Our 

Mission

To continuously expand our knowledge and capabilities in order to develop and deliver innovative technological solutions in products and services to the market.

Our 

Vision

To be a global reference in the production of nanometric additives, films, pigments, their composites, dispersions, and specialty inks.

Our 

Values

1. People First – We value people.
2. Collaboration – Teamwork is essential.
3. Excellence – Quality in everything we do.
4. Ownership Mentality – Autonomy with responsibility.
5. Simplicity – Clarity and focus.
6. Pioneering Spirit – No limits.

Our 

Purpose

To positively impact people’s lives and the market through technological innovation.

NANUM Quality Assurance

Nanum maintains a Quality Management System certified by NBR ISO 9001:2015, ensuring excellence in its processes and the technical reliability of its products. This certification reinforces our commitment to continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and delivering solutions that meet international quality standards.